Certified Patient Care Assistant-WIS

Banner Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend shift differential

Night shift differential

Job summary

Banner Ocotillo Medical Center in Chandler, AZ, is hiring a Certified Patient Care Assistant (CNA) for Women and Infant Services. The role includes routine patient care, data collection, charting, and unit support within a telemetry/med-surg setting.

Shifts include 6pm-6:30am or 6am-6:30pm, with weekend rotations and a sign-on bonus. Licensed Nursing Assistants in this service line will work in a people-centered culture focused on safety and quality, with access to advanced technology and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current CNA certification in state of practice required for new hires and transfers.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent organizational, human relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills required.
• Experience in medical clerical work preferred (1 year).
• ECG interpretation course or EEG interpretation course experience or training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and basic hygiene.
• Record vital signs and other delegated measurements and document in medical records.
• Communicate patient status to care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform procedures and assist with unit-specific tasks under supervision.
• Handle receptionist/clerical duties to support department operations.
• Maintain patient records, charts, and supply inventories.
• Assist with patient transport and OR room turnover when needed.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Keyboarding

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Primary City/State:Chandler, ArizonaDepartment Name:Women's Svcs-HospWork Shift:VariedJob Category:Clinical CareLicensed CNA/LNA are eligible for a $1,500-$3,000 Sign on bonus!Help move health care into the future. At Banner Health Network we are changing health care to make the experience the best it can be. If that sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant-WIS to join our Clinical Care Operations team. Licensed Nursing Assistants working in Women and Infant Services at BOMC will have an opportunity develop and grow in a people centered culture. This 60-bed service line is a blend of telemetry and med/surg patients. Every room in the service line is telemetry capable and will utilize the latest technology.Full Time Night OR Day Shift working from 6pm-6:30am or 6am-6:30pmWeekend rotations are required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is a new, comprehensive medical center located in Chandler, AZ. The hospital has 124 beds with ample shelled space for future growth. The hospital offers key inpatient and outpatient services, such as emergency care, intensive care, endoscopy, cardiac catheterization, imaging, surgical and women’s services. The hospital utilizes cutting-edge technology to improve safety and quality, including robotic surgeries, UV disinfecting lighting, and smart devices for all caregivers.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.6. Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record. Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the electronic medical record.7. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.8. Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.9. This position works under supervision and has responsibility for assigned unit only. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients, families and physiciansMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.Current BLS certification is required. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires. Existing Tucson incumbents may not transfer out of their geographical market without meeting the CNA requirement. Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required.Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required.Depending on department assignment, receive a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity is required. Successful completion of either a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job training is also required.Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSIn Arizona the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure is preferred. Recent healthcare experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program is preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy